HVAC Building Controls Engineer: Design & Commissioning

The Keystone Distinction Group; Rocky Hill (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

15 days paid vacation first year

Paid holidays and sick time

Technical training and professional发展

Relocation assistance or sign-on bonus

Job summary

The Keystone Distinction Group seeks an experienced HVAC Building Controls Application Engineer to design, program, configure, and commission commercial BAS/HVAC control systems.

The role involves developing complete control solutions—from control drawings and sequences to software programming and network layouts—while coordinating with field teams and customers to ensure on-time delivery and proper operation.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related technical discipline plus 2+ years of relevant experience, OR equivalent hands-on industry experience without a degree as a commercial HVAC Controls Technician, Controls Engineer, BAS Programmer, or Controls Installer.
• Strong working knowledge of the commercial HVAC industry.
• Knowledge of control theory and automatic temperature controls (ATC).
• Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS) from a design, installation, programming, and/or commissioning perspective.
• Understanding of commercial HVAC equipment and building control sequences.
• Experience with low-voltage building systems and controls wiring.
• Ability to read and develop technical drawings, schematics, sequences, and system documentation.
• Strong computer and software skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical system issues and work effectively with field personnel.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to travel to project sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Design and configure commercial HVAC building automation and control systems based on project specifications and contract documents.
• Develop control drawings, flow diagrams, sequences of operation, bills of materials, network layouts, and electrical schematics.
• Develop, configure, and test the software/programming required to operate building control systems according to project requirements.
• Coordinate preparation of drawings, equipment schedules, submittals, and installation documentation.
• Select and order controls equipment and materials while tracking deliveries against project schedules.
• Coordinate factory-mounted controls and equipment requirements.
• Assist with loading, programming, and commissioning system-level and network-level controllers.
• Perform functional validation of complete BAS/HVAC control systems.
• Troubleshoot controls, communications, programming, installation, and system-operation issues.
• Coordinate with field technicians, subcontractors, and other trades to resolve system issues and ensure proper operation.
• Provide field-change information required for development of accurate as-built drawings and final software documentation.
• Participate in project release and turnover meetings with field teams.
• Coordinate with project leadership to define engineering and field-execution responsibilities.
• Track project progress and communicate status, technical issues, and schedule concerns to appropriate project stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and work direction to design assistants and other assigned project resources when needed.
• Maintain a strong commitment to employee, subcontractor, and jobsite safety.
• Travel to customer/project sites within and occasionally outside the local area as required.

Skills

HVAC Controls

BAS/BMS knowledge

Communication skills

Travel availability

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

The Keystone Distinction Group seeks an experienced HVAC Building Controls Application Engineer to design, program, configure, and commission commercial BAS/HVAC control systems.

The role involves developing complete control solutions—from control drawings and sequences to software programming and network layouts—while coordinating with field teams and customers to ensure on-time delivery and proper operation.